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Book SynopsisTiny but mighty! A ruby throated hummingbird tells his own life story in this funny, bright, informative entry to the critically acclaimed Nature Diary science series.May 15: Today I poked my way out of this tiny egg.With Mom feeding him insects and nectar, Ruby T. Hummingbird is soon able to beat his wings and fly--up, down, backward, and forward--and forage for himself. But don''t be fooled! This elegant creature can turn into a fierce fighter if another hummingbird tries to feed on his flower--or his hummingbird feeder.
June 21: This flower is MINE! No you don''t.A second test of his strength comes when he migrates to a warmer climate in the fall and a cooler climate in the spring.
March 1, 5 a.m.: I''m off! Wish me luck.Children will love poring over the bright, highly detailed illustrations and pondering ideas about nature.
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